Sunday Times Bestseller - BBC Radio 2 Book Club Pick - BBC Radio 4 Book at Bedtime The intoxicating story of one woman's dreams of freedom in Victorian England and the man whose obsession threatens to destroy them forever. . . 'A sharp, scary, gorgeously evocative tale of love, art and obsession' - Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the Train London. 1850. On a crowded street, the dollmaker Iris Whittle meets the artist Louis Frost. Louis is a painter who yearns to have his work displayed in the Royal Academy, and he is desperate for Iris to be his model. Iris agrees, on the condition that he teaches her to paint. Dreaming of freedom, Iris throws herself into a new life of art and love, unaware that she has caught the eye of a second man. Silas Reed is a curiosity collector, enchanted by the strange and beautiful. After seeing Iris at the site of the Great Exhibition he finds he cannot forget her. As Iris's world expands, Silas's obsession grows. And it is only a matter of time before they meet again . . . 'A dark delight and fans of The Miniaturist and The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock will love it' - Red Sunday Times Best Paperback of 2020 Pick - soon to be made into a major TV series!

Sunday Times Bestseller - BBC Radio 2 Book Club Pick - BBC Radio 4 Book at Bedtime The intoxicating story of one woman's dreams of freedom in Victorian England and the man whose obsession threatens to destroy them forever. . . 'A sharp, scary, gorgeously evocative tale of love, art and obsession' - Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the Train London. 1850. On a crowded street, the dollmaker Iris Whittle meets the artist Louis Frost. Louis is a painter who yearns to have his work displayed in the Royal Academy, and he is desperate for Iris to be his model. Iris agrees, on the condition that he teaches her to paint. Dreaming of freedom, Iris throws herself into a new life of art and love, unaware that she has caught the eye of a second man. Silas Reed is a curiosity collector, enchanted by the strange and beautiful. After seeing Iris at the site of the Great Exhibition he finds he cannot forget her. As Iris's world expands, Silas's obsession grows. And it is only a matter of time before they meet again . . . 'A dark delight and fans of The Miniaturist and The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock will love it' - Red Sunday Times Best Paperback of 2020 Pick - soon to be made into a major TV series!

The intoxicating story of one woman's dreams of freedom in Victorian England and the man whose obsession threatens to destroy them forever… 'A sharp, scary, gorgeously evocative tale of love, art and obsession' - Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the Train London. 1850. On a crowded street, the dollmaker Iris Whittle meets the artist Louis Frost. Louis is a painter who yearns to have his work displayed in the Royal Academy, and he is desperate for Iris to be his model. Iris agrees, on the condition that he teaches her to paint. Dreaming of freedom, Iris throws herself into a new life of art and love, unaware that she has caught the eye of a second man. Silas Reed is a curiosity collector, enchanted by the strange and beautiful. After seeing Iris at the site of the Great Exhibition he finds he cannot forget her. As Iris's world expands, Silas's obsession grows. And it is only a matter of time before they meet again…

Featuring new and original tales from: Bridget Collins Sunday Times bestselling author of The Binding | Imogen Hermes Gowar Sunday Times bestselling author of The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock | Kiran Millwood Hargrave Sunday Times bestselling author of The Mercies | Andrew Michael Hurley Sunday Times bestselling author of The Loney | Jess Kidd International award-winning author of Things in Jars | Elizabeth Macneal Sunday Times bestselling author of The Doll Factory | Natasha Pulley Sunday Times bestselling author of The Watchmaker of Filigree Street | Laura Purcell Award-winning author of The Silent Companions Long before Charles Dickens and Henry James popularized the tradition, the shadowy nights of winter have been a time for people to gather together by the flicker of candlelight and experience the intoxicating thrill of a ghost story. Now eight bestselling, award-winning authors - all of them master storytellers of the sinister and the macabre - bring the tradition to vivid life in a spellbinding new collection of original spine-tingling tales. Taking you from the frosty Fens to the wild Yorkshire moors, to the snow-covered grounds of a haunted estate, to a bustling London Christmas market, these mesmerizing stories will capture your imagination and serve as your indispensable companion to the cold, dark nights. So curl up, light a candle, and fall under the spell of winters past . . .

30 cm musical doll and corridor cocomelon character JJ By pressing the red button on the foot of this doll, it starts to walk, which is very exciting for children..... Every time you press the red button on the foot of this doll, the melody and music will change..... This doll will be very attractive and fun. It is a great gift and a cute and lovely gift that you can give to your children on different occasions. With this doll, children understand the adventures of this fascinating animation better, and parents can teach their children with the help of this doll. Children can hear and enjoy the melodies of this cartoon with this doll. The good quality of this doll makes it different and special compared to other dolls. **This doll needs 3 batteries. **(This doll is without box)

Sonic 30 cm musical and corridor doll. By pressing the button on the hand, this doll starts moving along with the music. The good quality of this doll makes it stand out. The weight and size of this doll make it easy for children to carry and it is easily portable. It is very attractive for children and creates happy moments for them. A very suitable birthday gift for boys and girls This doll needs 3 batteries This doll is without box

The 'Porcelain by Saint Petersburg Private Factories' exhibition presents circa 400 articles that were produced by the prominent Factory of Philip Batenin and the Kornilov Brothers' Factory, from the Russian Museum collection. In the Russian Museum the Batenin's porcelain is presented by the most various and first-rate articles: from numerous cups, decorative vases and services to things for washing and figured jugs. Cups and gift mugs were the special matter of this factory. On the exhibition as well as in the museum's collection this is the biggest group of items that are extremely diverse in form and picturesque decoration. Luxurious golden vases and services with typical bunches of flower and garlands, as well as the architecture views of Saint-Petersburg were the visiting cards of the factory. In 1838 the factory was closed due to the fire that destroyed all the shops. All the materials were sold to the Kornilov Brothers' Factory. Many masters passed to this factory. In the collection of porcelain by the Kornilov Brothers' Factory was preserved the production of vases with views of Saint Petersburg that were similar to the Batenin's patterns. The range of articles was diverse. The factory produced mugs, plates and services. But the china plastic art took also the important place in the factory's manufacture. The factory produced articles that had the most fantastical outlines at time didn't serve their purpose. Equally a national theme: depicting of genre scenes from a life of city tradesmen and craftsmen, and 'the Russian Style' found their reflection in a production of the factory. The foundation of the Russian Museum collection is the exhibits that were aquired by the Russian Museum in 1920-1930s through the Museum Fund and the Hermitage from private collections (Grand Duke, Yusupov's, Shuvalov's and others) that were nationalized after the October Revolution, as well as from the museum of the former Baron A.L.Shtiglitz's Central School of Technical Drawing.

The first four card sizes have envelopes, the final, minauture gift card mimics the miniature doll in a matryoshka doll set. testing. Sales Handle: from the pages of hip blogs to the shelves of the MOMA, Matryoshka dolls are hot! This cute set of die-cut notecards by Suzy Ultman (Paper Doll Parade Notecards) captures the romance and charm of Russian nesting dolls. Features 12 notecards and envelopes and 3 gift enclousres, plus a colorful sticker sheet. Suzy Ultman/notecard success: Suzy's Paper Doll Parade notecard set has sold through its first printing of 6,000 copies, with another printing on the way. - Accesible and hip: The nesting doll craze is huge in the craft/DIY/stationery world, but Suzy's cards will stand out not only with their cute modern colors, but the tactile, one-of-a-kind format: die-cut cards that open from the head and body of the doll (the babushka scarf act as a closure tab).

The Barbie Fashionistas Doll is a stylish and diverse doll that reflects a range of fashion trends and body types. The dimensions of this particular doll are approximately 12x33x6cm.Barbie Fashionistas dolls are known for their fashion-forward outfits and accessories. Each doll showcases unique styles, allowing children to explore their creativity and imagination through play. With their diverse body types, skin tones, and hairstyles, these dolls promote inclusivity and representation.The Barbie Fashionistas Doll typically comes dressed in trendy and fashionable clothing, which can vary from doll to doll. The doll's size of 12x33x6cm makes it a portable and compact toy that can be easily carried and played with both at home and on the go.Children can enjoy dressing up and styling the Barbie Fashionistas Doll, experimenting with different fashion looks and creating imaginative storytelling scenarios. The doll's articulation and poseability add to the playability, allowing children to express their own unique fashion sense and play out exciting adventures.

Charlie Bucket is very poor and dreams of eating chocolate. Then one lucky day, he finds a golden ticket in a chocolate bar. Now he can visit Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, the biggest and most famous chocolate factory in the world! Inside the factory, Charlie sees wonderful things. But some other children are visiting the factory too. Some very greedy and horrible children! He doesn’t know it, but this visit will change his life.

The ups and down of three plucky factory girls, set in Britain’s best loved wrapped chocolate factory. The Quality Street Factory is fizzing with the news that the King and Queen and the two young princesses, Elizabeth and Margaret Rose, are going to visit the Mackintosh Factory where the country’s favourite wrapped chocolate is made. The factory floor is heady with excitement but plans are dealt a blow when a much loved staff member is the victim of a poisoning incident. Everyone is under suspicion, which only adds to Reenie Calder’s woes, anxious that her new promotion has only made her stick out even more like a sore thumb. Can she and her friends, Mary and Diana, get their heads together and find the malicious troublemaker before something unthinkable happens?

Unleash a world of speed and style with the LOL Surprise OMG Doll Speedster! From the iconic brand known for its innovative and trendy dolls, this Speedster doll is a must-have for any collector or fashion enthusiast. With her vibrant and unique design, she exudes confidence and flair, ready to take on any adventure. The Speedster doll comes with chic accessories and a fierce attitude that will inspire endless imaginative play. Let your creativity run wild as you mix and match her outfits and create stunning looks. With high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, this doll is sure to captivate both kids and adults alike. Elevate your doll collection with the LOL Surprise OMG Doll Speedster and experience the thrill of speed and fashion in one stylish package.

The Little Girl and the Tiny Doll by Aingelda Ardizzone and illustrated by Edward Ardizzone has been delighting generations of children. There was once a tiny doll who belonged to a girl who did not care for dolls. One day when the little girl was shopping in the supermarket with her mother, she threw the tiny doll into a deep freeze. So the tiny doll had to stay there, cold and lonely, and frightened by people shuffling all the food round her. But someone came along who felt sorry for her, and thought of ways to make her happier, so the tiny doll began to smile again. Reissued in 'A Puffin Book' series of Puffin modern classics, this simple story with charming black and white drawings by Edward Ardizzone is a perfect book for young children.

The Thea Sisters are off to Japan on a cultural exchange program. While they're busy exploring Kyoto and admiring the beautiful cherry blossoms, a valuable doll is stolen from a Japanese collector. Can they recover the doll?

Toy Story meets James Bond in the third book in this incredible action-packed series! Can Dan the teddy bear who is too strong, Arabella the rag doll with the bad temper and Flax the tech genuis robot rabbit save the day once more? When the world's most famous chocolate factory disappears, it is up to the Spy Toys to find out the truth - and fast! If the chocolate runs out, there could be riots from children everywhere! The Spy Toys are sent undercover into a school where they need to disguise themselves as regular pupils. Could this be their toughest challenge yet? They'll need all their wits about them to defeat this baddie. And one thing is for sure: these kids don't play nice! Featuring hilarious illustrations from Tim Wesson throughout, this series is perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart and David Solomons' My Brother is a Superhero.

It was meant to be a quiet family fishing trip, a chance for mother and daughter to talk. But it changes the course of their lives forever. They catch nothing except a broken doll that gets tangled in the net. After years in the ocean, the doll a terrifying sight and the mother's first instinct is to throw it back, but she relents when her daughter pleads to keep it. This simple act of kindness proves fatal. That evening, the mother posts a picture of the doll on social media. By the morning, she is dead and the doll has disappeared. Several years later and Detective Huldar is in his least favourite place - on a boat in rough waters, searching for possible human remains. However, identifying the skeleton they find on the seabed proves harder than initially thought, and Huldar must draw on psychologist Freyja's experience to help him. As the mystery of the unidentified body deepens, Huldar is also drawn into an investigation of a homeless drug addict's murder, and Freyja investigates a suspected case of child abuse at a foster care home. What swiftly becomes clear is that the cases are linked through a single, missing, vulnerable witness: the young girl who wanted the doll all those years ago. Taut, terrifying and impossible to put down, The Doll cements Yrsa Sigurdardottir's reputation as a master of storytelling tension and surprise.